Government officials and civil society advocates flocked to the National Assembly in Abuja to attend a public hearing on the Social Media Bill; a proposed law that gives near unlimited power to the Nigerian Police online
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$26 billion to be spent by South Africa on technology in 2020
Over $26 billion is expected to be spent on technology related infrastructure, products and services in South Africa, a major increase from previous years.
Kenya’s controversial identity management system given the go-ahead, pending an implementation plan
A Kenyan court has declared the controversial Huduma Namba system legal pending a constitutional implementation plan. The system proposes intrusive data processes and harsh consequences for those who reject it.
Grammy awards winners, nominees used to disguise malware attacks
Cybercriminals are using the interest in the recently concluded Grammy Awards to distribute malware disguised as popular musicians like Billie Eilish, Lil Nas X and Ariana Grande, amongst others.
How a team of AI experts is trying to solve access to Nigeria’s legislative bills
Accessing reliable and complete government documents like parliamentary bills in Nigeria comes with major challenges. Thankfully, some proactive AI experts are taking on this challenge on the local and global stage.
Idle frequency spectrum to be taken back from telcos, broadcasters by Kenyan regulator
To mitigate black market actors from taking advantage of idle frequency spectrum, the Kenyan Communication Authority has released new guidelines it hopes will ensure that allocated spectrum will be used effectively.
Africa’s drone academy sets the course for education in the continent
With the African Drone and Data Academy, stakeholders believe that practically developing the minds and expertise of young Africans will only help drive the continent towards its technology future.
Airtel Africa and Western Union partner for international money transfers in Africa
A strategic partnership between Airtel Africa and Western Union may signal a changing tide for international money transfers for Africans.
Why Africa needs to focus on technology for labour and infrastructure in this decade
Given Africa’s expected population increase to 1.65 billion, the recent Foresight Africa report highlights what strategies African governments can implement to manage this growth successfully.
Tanzanian government employees work 16 hours daily to meet SIM card registration deadline
In a race to meet up with its fast approaching SIM card registration deadline, Tanzania’s National Identification Authority ensured that its workers work 16-hour days to meet up with its biometric goals for January 20.
How companies can shape the narrative for tech-enabled mobility in Africa
Team Chemotronix, 2 others win $2,500 cash prize at TABS Web3 Hackathon
SEC regulations: Nigeria Crypto exchange CEOs to retire after 10 years
Analysing 2 major allegations against Olugbenga Agboola
Investors on high alert as Y Combinator shows more interest in East and North Africa
Nigeria has a new data protection enforcing body; here’s why you should care
How no-code tools helped two UNILAG graduates build omni-channel messaging platform, Ozi
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